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Books in Electronic optical and magnetic materials

Supporting researchers and industry professionals, this portfolio covers materials for electronics, photonics, and magnetic devices. It features cutting-edge research, fabrication techniques, and applications that drive advancements in data storage, sensors, and communication technologies.

  • Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Srikanta Moharana + 2 more
    • English
    Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles: Fundamentals and Applications offers comprehensive coverage on the basic principles of titanium dioxide nanoparticles, encompassing their synthesis methodologies, characterization techniques, and applications in a range of sectors like energy, electronics, and healthcare. Furthermore, it tackles the difficulties encountered in optimizing the characteristics of nanoparticles for particular uses and provides valuable information on the most recent achievements in this area. With an eye on practical real-world applications, the book provides new directions for study and development across a range of disciplines, from science and academia to technology and industry.It acts as a timely bridge between the lab and the factory by equipping researchers with the necessary knowledge to apply their findings in practical ways while also allowing professionals and technologists to utilize developments from the academy.
  • Photonic Crystal, Plasmonic, and Hybrid Interfaces

    Fundamentals and Applications of Photo-plasmonic Modalities
    • 1st Edition
    • Seemesh Bhaskar + 4 more
    • English
    Photonic Crystal, Plasmonic, and Hybrid Interfaces: Fundamentals and Applications of Photo-plasmonic Modalities explores the field where photonic crystals and plasmonic materials meet, bringing together concepts from optics, electromagnetism, chemical physics, and materials science to explain light-matter interactions at photo-plasmonic modalities. The initial chapters discuss the basic principles, such as physics of photonic crystals and design methods. Then it moves on to discuss how to create photonic crystal structures with specific optical properties for various applications. The book also explores the fundamentals and latest developments in plasmonic technologies and their unique optical properties. Finally, it explores the many applications of combining photonic crystals and plasmonic materials, including practical examples and case studies to help readers understand how theoretical concepts are applied in real life. This is a valuable resource to academic and industrial researchers, graduate students, engineers, and professionals who need comprehensive information on photonics and plasmonics, and both theory and practical knowledge on hybrid interfaces.
  • MXenes for Photocatalytic Production of Renewable Energy

    • 1st Edition
    • Phuong Nguyen-Tri + 1 more
    • English
    MXenes for Photocatalytic Production of Renewable Energy presents the fundamentals and latest advances in structural engineering of MXenes with exceptional photochemical characteristics to boost their performance in photocatalytic energy production. It reviews the basic mechanisms of photocatalytic reactions relevant to renewable energy production while exploring MXenes’ multiple roles in-depth. The book describes critical structural aspects of MXenes for photocatalysis and elucidates how these aspects profoundly impact the electronic and optical properties and catalytic activity of these materials. It provides a snapshot of the current advancements in the synthesis and, particularly, structural engineering of MXenes for photocatalytic renewable energy production. It reviews state-of-the-art MXene-based photocatalyst systems, describing the photocatalytic advantages induced by MXenes and highlighting engineering approaches employed for MXene design. Opportunities and challenges for new engineering strategies and prospects for the future design of MXene materials are also addressed.
  • Gallium Nitride-Based Materials and Chips Epitaxially Grown on a Silicon Substrate

    • 1st Edition
    • Guoqiang Li
    • English
    Gallium nitride (GaN) is a wide bandgap semiconductor with significant applications in optoelectronic and high-power electronic devices. The epitaxial growth of GaN on silicon (Si) substrates is of great interest due to the low cost, large wafer size, good thermal conductivity, and compatibility with established Si device technology. Gallium Nitride-Based Materials and Chips Epitaxially Grown on a Silicon Substrate reviews research on developing high-performance semiconductor materials and chips using gallium nitride-based materials. In particular the book, firstly, describes a novel, two-step growth method that combines low-temperature epitaxy by pulsed laser deposition (PLD) with high-temperature epitaxy by metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD)/molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). This method effectively controls the stress of Si-based GaN epitaxial materials and significantly reduces the defect density of the epitaxial materials by three orders of magnitude. Secondly, in terms of chip structure design, the book describes a variety of Si-based GaN chips with novel heteroepitaxial structures, leading to the improved the efficiency of various chips such as light-emitting diode (LED) chips, high-electron-mobili... transistors, Schottky diodes, photodetector chips, photoelectrochemical water-splitting chips, and Si-based GaN integrated chips. Finally, the book describes novel chip fabrication processes which greatly improve the performance and production efficiency of various chips by more than 30%.
  • Advanced Nanostructured Thin Films for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mariana Amorim Fraga + 3 more
    • English
    Advanced Nanostructured Thin Films for Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive resource for understanding both theoretical first principles and computational modeling concepts and applications of nanostructured thin films. Additionally, it includes information on the latest advancements in the field, along with detailed discussions of current challenges in applying nanostructured thin films and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) tailored specifically for biomedical applications. The book offers a structured and detailed resource that covers both fundamental and advanced topics, as well as applications, making it a valuable tool to support ongoing research and development in thin films for biomedical applications.In particular, the book addresses not only fundamental principles but also advanced techniques in design and synthesis, first principles theory and computational modeling, and functionalization of nanostructured thin films, including self-assembled monolayers (SAMs). It also discusses challenges such as biocompatibility, stability, and scalability, along with practical strategies and solutions that guide readers on how to overcome common obstacles in the development and application of nanostructured thin films.
  • Metal-ion Capacitors

    Fundamentals, Materials, Characterization, and Developments
    • 1st Edition
    • Debasish Sarkar
    • English
    Metal-ion capacitors based on monovalent and multivalent ions show great potential to replace existing battery materials in fields where both high energy and high power densities are simultaneously required. Metal-ion Capacitors: Fundamentals, Materials, Characterization, and Developments provides a comprehensive understanding of this cutting-edge energy storage technology, exploring the underlying principles, materials, and design considerations. The book offers practical guidance, including fabrication techniques, design strategies, and characterization methods, enabling readers to implement technological advancements effectively. It explores diverse applications of metal-ion capacitors across industries such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and consumer electronics, fostering the development of more sustainable and efficient energy solutions. The book will empower researchers, engineers, and students alike with the expertise needed to develop and optimize metal-ion capacitor technology for various applications.
  • Green Nanomaterials for Energy and Environment

    Protocols and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kuruvilla Joseph + 2 more
    • English
    Green Nanomaterials for Energy and Environment: Protocols and Applications provides a comprehensive account of the various green protocols used for the synthesis of nanomaterials, their characterization techniques, toxicity evaluation, and various applications in the field of energy and environment. The book covers the optimal experimental routes and mechanisms for the formation of benign nanoparticles and their use in energy conversion, storage, and environmental applications. Overall, the volume offers an extensive and comprehensive review of the preparation, properties, and prospective applications of green nanomaterials.Green synthesis is considered a reliable, sustainable, and environmentally-frie... method for creating a variety of nanomaterials, including metal and metal oxide nanoparticles, hybrid materials, and bioinspired materials. Thus, green synthesis is regarded as a key strategy for reducing the negative environmental effects frequently linked to conventional nanoparticle synthesis methods used in both laboratory and industrial settings.
  • Microsystems for Bioelectronics

    Scaling and Performance Limits
    • 3rd Edition
    • Victor V. Zhirnov + 1 more
    • English
    Microsystems for Bioelectronics: Scaling and Performance Limits considers physical principles and trends in extremely scaled autonomous microsystems such as integrated intelligent sensor systems, with a focus on energy minimization. The book explores the implications of energy minimization on device and system architecture. It further details the behavior of electronic components and the further implications on system-level scaling and performance limits. In particular, fundamental scaling limits for energy sourcing, sensing, memory, computation, and communication subsystems are developed, with new applications such as optical, magnetic, and mechanical sensors presented.This fully revised and updated edition includes information on semiconductor memories, betavoltaic energy conversion, advanced packaging, recent technology trends, and new technology roadmaps. This new edition of this well-proven book with its unique focus and interdisciplinary approach shows the complexities of the next generation of nanoelectronic microsystems in a clear and easy-to-understand manner, and is aimed for a broad audience within several disciplines.
  • MXene Quantum Dots

    Fundamentals to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Poushali Das + 2 more
    • English
    MXene Quantum Dots: Fundamentals to Applications investigates MXene-derived quantum dots, from fundamentals to synthesis and applications. It provides a comprehensive understanding of what MXene quantum dots are, their properties, and their synthesis methods, including knowledge of their composition, structure, and unique characteristics, as well as offering insights into a range of applications for these materials. The book covers the specific methods and techniques used to synthesize MXene quantum dots, including precursor materials, synthesis conditions, and post-synthesis treatments.In addition, it provides crucial understanding of the optical and electronic properties of MXene quantum dots, which play a significant role in their use in optoelectronics, energy conversion, storage devices, sensors, bioimaging, catalysis, and other emerging applications. The advantages and challenges associated with their applications are also addressed, as are the safety considerations and potential environmental impacts associated with their synthesis, handling, and disposal.
  • Piezo-Supercapacitors as Sustainable Energy Devices

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • M. Basheer Ahamed + 2 more
    • English
    Piezo-supercapacitor... as Sustainable Energy Devices: Fundamentals and Applications presents the latest advances in this important research field. Chapters cover the fundamentals, technological advancements, and diverse range of applications. By exploring the underlying principles, design considerations, manufacturing techniques, and cutting-edge research, the book serves as a valuable reference resource for researchers, as well as materials scientists and engineers who want to develop a deeper understanding of this new and emerging technology to help them overcome implementation challenges and explore new potential for future sustainable energy storage solutions.